Historic Hotels

The Edison George Town sits on Lebuh Leith, one of George Town’s oldest streets, and was built in 1906 by tycoon Yeo Wee Gark. During the Japanese Occupation, it served as an administrative centre before becoming a hotel in the mid-1940s. It was restored and rebranded in 2016 by Blu Water Studio and won the Asia Pacific Interior Design Award by the Interior Design Association of Hong Kong. The 35 guestrooms retain historic elegance, while the Lounge, pool, and cabanas create relaxing spaces. Guests can explore nearby UNESCO-listed streets, enjoy local and international dining, and soak up the vibrant nightlife. The hotel also focuses on sustainability, supporting the Penan tribe, promoting local and ASEAN artists, and creating environmentally-friendly timber products.

Nestled up on Mount Unzen's slopes is Unzen Jigoku, an onsen village known for its mystical sulfur hot springs. Despite its name meaning Unzen Hell, it is a very popular destination for family trips, romantic couples, and medical recuperation. Its most famous features are the fields of hissing, rocky sulfur hot springs that inspired its name. Next to one of these fields is Unzen Kyushu Hotel, which has been a mainstay establishment in the area since 1917. Enjoy the majestic views of the mountain from your luxurious rooms and suites, and savor delicious gourmet food at the on-site restaurant. You can also spend your days indulging in soothing and rejuvenating soaks in the springs, or exploring Mount Unzen's villages.

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Villa Angela Heritage House is a well-preserved 19th-century bahay na bato nestled in the heart of Vigan, Ilocos Sur. Built in 1873 by former municipal governor Agapito Florendo y Bonifacio, this ancestral home offers guests an immersive experience of Spanish-Filipino colonial living with its antique furnishings, capiz windows, and hardwood floors. Today, it serves as a charming historic stay, an intimate wedding venue, and a cultural destination in this UNESCO-listed historic city. Visitors can enjoy traditional Ilocano meals, go on heritage tours, and experience cultural activities like trying out traditional Filipino attire. With its warm hospitality and timeless ambiance, Villa Angela invites guests to live history, not just observe it.

Walaker Hotel prides itself on being Norway’s oldest hotel, welcoming guests since 1640, and has been run by the Nitter family since 1690. Tucked in the peaceful village of Solvorn, it offers rooms overlooking calm fjord views. Guests can enjoy seasonal local dishes, fine wines, and Champagne in the restaurant or on the terrace. On-site, there’s Galleri Walaker 300, where the host gives a lively evening tour with historic stories. Nearby, you can hike glaciers at Børesteinen or Jostedalsbreen, take RIB boat trips, or visit the oldest Urnes Stave Church, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The hotel also offers a romantic setting for weddings, tailored experiences, and has earned two MICHELIN Keys for its top-tier service.

The Maidens Hotel is a timeless landmark of New Delhi and is a testament to the city’s transformation in the early 20th century. The hotel was constructed for the 1903 Delhi Durbar, providing accommodations for dignitaries and other esteemed guests, including the man who would design New Delhi, Edwin Lutyens. Embracing its part in New Delhi's history, the hotel encourages guests to experience the city through its heritage walks around Mughal-era and British Colonial Era landmarks. On-site dining offers three distinctive restaurants, each serving authentic flavors: from recipes popular during the British Colonial Era to Indian classics. With its blend of history and hospitality, Maidens Hotel ensures a memorable stay at the heart of India's capital.